Sticking solidly to her schedule, O’Donnell smoothly maintained an even pace throughout her 60 minutes on the track. O’Donnell has been training specifically for the attempt over the past six months.

The 41-year-old doctor is a former road racer and time triallist, having represented Australia at the World Championships between 2008-2010.

“All this wouldn’t have been possible without the crowd and the team that supported me throughout the project,” said O’Donnell.

“I can’t believe I broke a world record… I tried not to think about my feelings. Yesterday I felt very nervous. Today people reassured me, telling me that it was all about the pacing. I tried to focus on that and not to be distracted by anything else.”One of the first people to congratulate O’Donnell on her record was Van Houweling, who said via Twitter: “Chapeau @Bridie_OD. Very impressive new #UCIHourRecord!”British rider Dame Sarah Storey attempted to set a new Women’s […]